CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

At Empyrean Arts, our classes are designed to help students build strength, confidence, flexibility, coordination, and creative movement skills in a supportive and welcoming environment. Based in Asheville, we offer aerial arts, pole fitness, flexibility training, floor movement, and specialty workshops for a wide range of experience levels. Whether you are completely new to movement arts or looking to deepen your existing practice, our classes focus on safe progression, personal growth, and the joy of movement.

POLE CLASSES

Intro to Pole is perfect for brand new to Pole students, students with a little bit of previous Pole experience, and Pole students wanting to learn or review entry level skills, tricks, conditioning, and technique. This class combines our Intro to Pole curriculum with our Pole 1 and Pole 2 curriculum. We recommend that students take 8-10 Intro Pole classes before moving on to higher levels.

This is a 60 minute class focusing on the sporty side of Pole. Students will start with a thorough full body instructor led floor based warm up. The warm up will then continue onto the Poles with different conditioning exercises to help you build strength and stamina. Afterwards, students will learn and practice various entry level spins, poses, and skill and trick combinations using the Pole.

Students must complete the curriculum for each individual level and “level up” with their Pole instructor when ready before moving into the next level. Unsure of what level you’re in or feeling ready to “level up”? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those “level up” skills.

Intro to Pole Dance is a superb way to learn and experience beginning level pole skills and tricks through a dance focused movement lens. This class will weave together instructor created dance choreography, while including our beginning level pole curriculum (Intro-Level 1-Level 2), so students can continue on their pole journey. Dress in clothing that you feel fabulous in. Socks or Heels, and Knee pads are recommended, and the studio has some for students to use.

Intro to Spin Pole is perfect for brand new to Pole students, students with a little bit of previous Pole experience, and Pole students wanting to learn or review entry level spins, combos, short choreo, and technique. This class combines our Intro to Pole curriculum with our Pole 1 and Pole 2 curriculum. We recommend that students take 8-10 Intro Pole classes before moving on to higher levels.This is a 60 minute class focusing on the sporty side of Pole. Students will start with a thorough full body instructor led floor based warm up. The warm up will then continue onto the Poles with different conditioning exercises to help you build strength and stamina. Afterwards, students will learn and practice various entry level spins, poses, and skill and trick combinations using the Pole. Students must complete the curriculum for each individual level and level up with their Pole instructor when ready before moving into the next level. Unsure of what level youre in or feeling ready to level up? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those level up skills.

Pole Foundations class is perfect for brand new to Pole students, students with a little bit of previous Pole experience, and Pole students wanting to learn or review beginning level skills, tricks, conditioning, and technique. This class combines our Intro to Pole curriculum with our Pole 1, 2, and 3 curriculum. This is a 60 minute mixed beginning level class focusing on the sporty side of Pole. Students will start with a thorough full body instructor led floor based warm up. The warm up will then continue onto the Poles with different conditioning exercises to help you build strength and stamina. Afterwards, students will learn and practice various entry level spins, poses, and skill and trick combinations using the Pole. Students must complete the curriculum for each individual level and level up with their Pole instructor when ready before moving into the next level. Unsure of what level you’re in or feeling ready to level up? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those level up skills.

Embrace your sensuality and the art of pole flow with sexy, dynamic movements including spins, simple inverts, heel clacks, and booty shakes. Explore movements that evoke desire and encourage self-expression and empowerment. Attire whatever helps you feel sensual & powerful, heels are encouraged, socks & kneepads also helpful!

Pole 2/3 is a 60 minute beginning-intermediate level class focusing on the sporty side of Pole. Students will start with a thorough full body instructor led floor based warm up. The warm up will then continue onto the Poles with different conditioning exercises to help you build strength and stamina. Afterwards, students will learn and practice more challenging spins, poses, tricks, and transitions than in previous classes. Students will be introduced to climbing, sitting, and inverting in this level.

Students must complete the curriculum for each individual level and “level up” with their Pole instructor when ready before moving into the next level. Unsure of what level you’re in or feeling ready to “level up”? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those “level up” skills.

Pole 3+ is a 60 minute intermediate – advanced mixed level class focusing on the sporty side of Pole. Students will start with a thorough full body instructor led floor based warm up. The warm up will then continue onto the Poles with different conditioning exercises to help you build strength and stamina. This class is a high flying composition of challenging new thigh and hip holds, impressive spins, and new strength building techniques. Students will learn new ways of climbing and inverting on the pole as well as truly acrobatic aerial static holds. This class will challenge you with exciting new feats of athleticism!

Students must complete the curriculum for each individual level and “level up” with their Pole instructor when ready before moving into the next level. Unsure of what level you’re in or feeling ready to “level up”? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those “level up” skills.

So youve learned some cool pole tricks but how do you incorporate them into a flow or sequence? This is a Pole Level 3+ class that will focus on learning a sequence or choreography that highlights skills and tricks (some new ones too!) Heels are welcome but not required. Unsure of what level youre in or feeling ready to level up? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those level up skills.

Want to take your pole practice a bit further? In PolePower 3+, well explore the sequencing of intermediate + shapes, unique &/or new pole tricks that might not be in curriculum classes, & variations of skills. Theres always something to learn in the world of pole! Well begin with a full body warmup & a bit of conditioning, and end with cooldown stretches. Get ready to unleash your Pole Power!

Pole 4+ is a 60 minute intermediate – advanced mixed level class focusing on the sporty side of Pole. Students will start with a thorough full body instructor led floor based warm up. The warm up will then continue onto the Poles with different conditioning exercises to help you build strength and stamina. This class is a high flying composition of challenging new thigh and hip holds, impressive spins, and new strength building techniques. Students will learn new ways of climbing and inverting on the pole as well as truly acrobatic aerial static holds. This class will challenge you with exciting new feats of athleticism!

Students must complete the curriculum for each individual level and “level up” with their Pole instructor when ready before moving into the next level. Unsure of what level you’re in or feeling ready to “level up”? Ask your instructor what the level up requirements are for your level. Our instructors can watch you during or after class for those “level up” skills.

Pole 1 Pole 2 Pole 3

Pole 1

  • Pole Hold (3-5 seconds)
  • Invert Prep Hold (3-5 seconds)
  • Single Climb Lift
  • Fireman Spin
  • Backwards Spin

Pole 2

  • Pole Climb (halfway up pole)
  • Pole Sit (3-5 seconds)
  • Inversion (from ground)
  • Chair Spin
  • Merry Go Round Spin

Pole 3

  • Pole Up & Hold
  • Exploding V (3 reps)
  • Descending Angel
  • Invert to Handstand
  • Jasmine
Pole 4 Pole 5 Pole 6

Pole 4

  • Side Climb
  • Helicopter Hold
  • Invert to Jasmine
  • Leg Hangs
  • Layback

Pole 5

  • Aerial Invert
  • Shouldermount
  • Butterfly
  • Superman
  • Stationary Caterpillar Rolls

Pole 6

  • Circus Climb
  • Sit & Lift (halfway up pole)
  • Jamilla to Butterfly
  • Ayesha (any variation)
  • Shouldermount Transition

FLOOR CLASSES

At Empyrean Arts we strongly believe in sustainable athletic training because we really love what we do and want to continue doing so for a long long time. We encourage both our staff and our students to train both strength and suppleness for a balanced body. Our flexibility classes are open to all levels of students desiring to increase their mobility, and the focus of this class is on introductory level ranges of flexibility rather than advanced or contortion level flexibility. Having mobility and flexibility is having the quality of moving and bending freely and easily without breaking. In our flexibility classes students will learn safe and effective exercises to increase range of motion without compromising strength or function. Students will learn and participate in Active Passive Assisted and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) stretching and strengthening techniques. Together we will work on bringing balance to the body by lengthening our muscles and connective tissues correcting muscle imbalances and building strength for flexibility that can be used.

At Empyrean Arts we strongly believe in sustainable athletic training because we really love what we do and want to continue doing so for a long long time. We encourage both our staff and our students to train both strength and suppleness for a balanced body. Our flexibility classes are open to all levels of students desiring to increase their mobility from the absolute beginner to the performing contortionist. Having mobility and flexibility is having the quality of moving and bending freely and easily without breaking. In our flexibility classes students will learn safe and effective exercises to increase range of motion without compromising strength or function. Students will learn and participate in Active Passive Assisted and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) stretching and strengthening techniques. Together we will work on bringing balance to the body by lengthening our muscles and connective tissues correcting muscle imbalances and building strength for flexibility that can be used.

At Empyrean Arts we strongly believe in sustainable athletic training because we really love what we do and want to continue doing so for a long long time. We encourage both our staff and our students to train both strength and suppleness for a balanced body. Our flexibility classes are open to all levels of students desiring to increase their mobility from the absolute beginner to the performing contortionist. Having mobility and flexibility is having the quality of moving and bending freely and easily without breaking. In our flexibility classes students will learn safe and effective exercises to increase range of motion without compromising strength or function. Students will learn and participate in Active Passive Assisted and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) stretching and strengthening techniques. Together we will work on bringing balance to the body by lengthening our muscles and connective tissues correcting muscle imbalances and building strength for flexibility that can be used.

This class will equip you with the practice tools, progressions, and conditioning that you need to safely and effectively learn to balance & invert. Build strength and stamina, learn reliable techniques, and experience empowering exercises that will flip your world with poses like headstand, handstand, elbow stand, shoulderstand, chest stand, crow pose and much more. All levels welcome!

In this class students will learn the foundations of balancing upside down in a fun and supportive environment. In this beginner-friendly class, students will explore balancing on the head, elbows, and hands while practicing three fundamental shapes – straight body, tuck, and straddle. Using props, wall drills, and plenty of guidance, students will build comfort and confidence in going upside down while developing the strength and awareness needed for handstands.

Burlesque Basics class explores foundational sequences and techniques most commonly used in burlesque dancing and performance act building. Students will explore their sensual side and develop a stage presence in a safe and inclusive environment. All skill levels, bodies, and abilities are most welcome.

In this beginner friendly choreography based class, we will breakdown and explore the sensual side of floor and chair movement. It is a great introduction to moving in heels and can be combined with pole and other aerial apparatuses! Think body waves, heel clacks and flexy floor shapes. Students are encouraged to wear whatever makes them feel empowered plus knee pads and socks/heels. We have available knee pads if you do not have any. All bodies welcome.

Buti is an Indian Marathi word that means “a cure that has been hidden or kept secret.” Sattva means enlightened one. Society often teaches individuals to seek external validation or ways to heal themselves. Buti helps everyone tap into their inner power to unleash unshakable confidence, uncover true desires, and bond with others instead of compete. Buti Yoga is a movement style and soulful blend of power yoga, cardio-intensive tribal dance, and is full of shakti energy through spiral structure techniques and deep abdominal toning. Move to a rhythmic playlist as you experience creative energy bursts guided by Emily that help release stuck energy and bring balance into the body through movement. This all-in-one workout tones and sculpts the entire body while facilitating complete inner transformation. All are welcome. Bring a yoga mat and water and wear anything comfortable

OPEN STUDIO

Open studio is a supervised time in which any student can utilize the studio to practice, play on the equipment, and meet fellow students and Empyrean staff. Open studio is an excellent resource for improving strength and technique, and perfecting tricks and skills that you have learned from an instructor. There is no instruction or skill sharing during open studio. Sign up and come hang out with your fellow students while practicing your art at your own speed. Feel free to film or take photographs during open studio time, but please be respectful of other people in the studio while doing so.

The studio currently has the following equipment available for use during open studio session:

  • single point dance trapeze
  • double point static trapeze
  • double point lyra
  • single point lyra
  • tab-less lyra
  • sling
  • static fabric (low stretch silks)
  • dynamic fabric (high stretch silks)
  • rope (corde lisse)
  • one 16 foot high brass spin/static pole
  • three 16 foot high stainless steel spin/static poles
  • crash mats
  • stretching mats
  • foam blocks
  • therabands
  • straps
  • foam rollers and myofascial balls
  • stall bars
  • ankle and wrist weights
  • training/reference books

AERIAL CLASSES

Do you want to be able to move furniture by yourself, or carry all of the your groceries in one trip, or feel like a superhero? Come join a group of like-minded individuals who are all here to get strong and have a good time doing it. Cirque Strength starts with an instructor guided warm up then moves into a strength building circus-inspired circuit workout, and ends with a foam rolling mobility centered cool down. Students will be doing exercises they never thought possible, and getting stronger in ways they never expected. This class is designed to be accessible to all levels with modifications offered to honor all bodies and fitness levels – no circus or athletic background required.

This 60 minute Intro to Silks (aka Aerial Fabric, “those curtain things”) class is perfect for the brand new Silks student, those with some previous Silks experience, or those desiring to review Silks foundational skills and tricks. Students will learn, practice, and refine the skills for building a solid and safe foundation on Silks. This class begins with a thorough total body warm up led by the instructor and continues onto the apparatus for beginning level  conditioning exercises. Intro to Silks includes our Intro to Silks, Silks level 1, and Silks level 2 curriculums.

This 60 minute Intro to Trapeze and Lyra class is perfect for the brand new Trapeze/Lyra student, those with some previous Trapeze/Lyra experience, or those desiring to review Trapeze/Lyra foundational skills and tricks. Students will learn, practice, and refine the skills for building a solid and safe foundation on Trapeze and Lyra. This class begins with a thorough total body warm up led by the instructor and continues onto the apparatus for beginning level  conditioning exercises. Intro to Trapeze and Lyra includes our Intro to Trapeze/Lyra, Trapeze/Lyra level 1, and Trapeze/Lyra level 2 curriculums.

This 60 minute Beginning Silks (aka Aerial Fabric, “those curtain things”) and Rope ( Corde lisse) class is perfect for the brand new student, those with some previous Silks/ Rope experience, or those desiring to review foundational skills and tricks. Students will learn, practice, and refine the skills for building a solid and safe foundation on Silks/Rope. This class begins with a thorough total body warm up led by the instructor and continues onto the apparatus for beginning level conditioning exercises. Intro to Silks/Rope includes our Intro to Silks/Rope level 1 and level 2 curriculums.

This 60 minute Intro to Advanced Beginner Trapeze class is perfect for the brand new Trapeze student, those with some previous Trapeze experience, or those desiring to review Trapeze foundational skills and tricks. Students will learn, practice, and refine the skills for building a solid and safe foundation on Trapeze. This class begins with a thorough total body warm up led by the instructor and continues onto the apparatus for beginning level conditioning exercises. Intro to Trapeze includes our Intro to Trapeze, Trapeze level 1, Trapeze level 2, and Trapeze level 3 curriculums

This 60 minute Beginning Silks (aka Aerial Fabric “those curtain things”) class is perfect for the brand new Silks student, ages 5-11, those with some previous Silks experience or those desiring to review Silks foundational skills and tricks. Students will learn practice and refine the skills for building a solid and safe foundation on Silks. This class begins with a thorough total body warm up led by the instructor and continues onto the apparatus for beginning level conditioning exercises. Beginning Silks includes our Intro to Silks Silks level 1 and Silks level 2 curriculum’s.

Intro to Bungee is the best way to explore how much fun bouncing around can be in a safe, low impact way. The bungee system allows for exercise that is accessible to all, and is a great addition or alternative to other forms of cardiovascular and strength based activities. It can also be a useful tool for injury recovery. In this class, students will be introduced to foundational bungee movements and terminology, learn proper harness fitting and how to weight check for proper bungee resistance, and building trust with the bungee system. Students need to wear stretchy, comfortable leggings or knee length biker type shorts and a shirt that can be tucked in or that covers the waist area completely. We highly recommend that students come prepared to explore this class with bare feet, grippy socks, and/or exercise sneakers to find what works best for each person as we want to avoid smooshed toes. Each class in this series is 75 minutes.

Aerial Flexibility uses shorter hammocks made from parachute material – different than aerial silks. Students will be using the hammocks for support and to help with flexibility poses. This class is largely inspired by aerial yoga and deep flexibility  training, as the coach is an experienced contortionist. Dress for aerial class, avoiding clothing with zippers or buttons (anything that could damage the hammocks), and bring a water bottle – anything else needed for class is provided at the studio.

This class will use low hanging aerial hammocks for gentle stretching and supporting the body in restorative postures to help you relax and recover. We will begin with a short centering meditation, followed by gentle movement using the hammock, and ending with longer held restorative poses where the hammock will support the body. All levels and bodies are welcome.

This 60 minute aerial sling (aka aerial hammock) class is perfect for anyone from a brand-new student to those with prior experience on sling! This class begins with a thorough warm up led by the instructor and continues onto the apparatus for conditioning and skills. Students will then learn, practice, and/or refine their hammock repertoire! Class will end with a brief cool down. This class is accessible to all bodies and abilities.

This 75 minute aerial rope (corde lisse) is an all-levels class designed for both beginners and experienced aerialists. Youll build strength, coordination, and technique as you learn climbs, wraps, beats, drops, and creative sequences on the rope. Each class focuses on conditioning, foundational skills, and creative exploration. Modifications and progressions are offered throughout. Class will end with a brief cool down. This class is accessible to all bodies and abilities.

This 75 minute Intermediate-Advanced level Lyra class will build aerial vocabulary on Single Point Lyra (aka Aerial Hoop), Double Point Lyra, and Tabless Lyra. Students will work on inversions, rope work, drops and beats, and will learn how to piece skills together for effortless movement sequencing. Students must be Lyra level 3 or higher to attend this class, or have instructor approval before the start of class.

This 75 minute Sling 3+ class is for students in Sling Level 3 or higher, or with an Empyrean Arts instructor approval prior to the start of class. Students will focus on stamina and technique in the air, more complex transitions between poses, as well as be introduced to new wraps, controlled drops and spins, and interesting new ways to link skills together, including unfamiliar entrances to familiar skills.

This 60 minute intermediate level Trapeze class is perfect for students in our Level 3 or 4 curriculum or for folks who meet the level ups for attending this class. Students will build aerial vocabulary on Single Point Dance Trapeze and Double Point Static Trapeze. Intermediate students will work on inversions, intricate wraps in the ropes, drops and beats, and will learn how to piece skills together for effortless movement sequencing.

Trapeze 3+ is a class for intermediate-advanced students. Class will build aerial vocabulary on Single Point Dance Trapeze and Double Point Static Trapeze. Intermediate and Advanced level students will work on inversions, intricate wraps in the ropes, drops and beats, and will learn how to piece skills together for effortless movement sequencing. Not sure which level you are in? Ask your instructor or email us at info@empyreanarts.org.

This  Intermediate-Advanced Silks class is for students in Silks Level 3 or higher, or with an Empyrean Arts instructor approval prior to the start of class. Students will focus on stamina and technique in the air, and especially on strong inversions, as well as be introduced to new climbs, single rotation drops, and interesting new ways to link skills together, including unfamiliar entrances to familiar skills. For advanced students, skills requiring increased strength, including single arm strength, multiple rotations, theoretical understanding of wraps and setups, and dynamic skills and releases will be taught. Students may develop a preference for the the single strand and sturdiness of rope or the split strand and fluid possibilities of fabric. Endurance and supervised invention and creation will be goals for the advanced student.

Unsure of what level you are in? Ask your Empyrean Arts instructor at the studio or shoot us an email at empyreanartsnc@gmail.com.

In Advanced Lyra Sequencing 4+ class students will learn new entries, transitions, how to find flow, and exiting with grace. We will focus on choreographed Lyra aerial dance with the intention to embody easeful, energetic expression. Students will have the opportunity to refine the choreography by adding their own unique sparkles, shapes, and style. Students must be in Lyra Level 4 or higher to attend this class or have instructor approval.

This 75 minute Silks 4+ class is for students in Silks Level 4 or higher, or with an Empyrean Arts instructor approval prior to the start of class. Students will focus on stamina and technique in the air, and especially on strong inversions, as well as be introduced to new climbs, single rotation drops, and interesting new ways to link skills together, including unfamiliar entrances to familiar skills.

Trapeze 1 Trapeze 2 Trapeze 3

Trapeze 1

  • Bent arm bar hold 3-5 seconds
  • Double knee hang 5 seconds (with hands off and with good form)
  • One clean mount and dismount (can be tuck, pike, or straddle)
  • Seashell to candlestick

Trapeze 2

  • Birdsnest to double knee hang
  • Straddle hold 3-5 seconds
  • Hip balance 3-5 seconds
  • Front grip invert prep hold 3-5 seconds
  • Hip hang turnover to seated and reverse (both sides)

Trapeze 3

  • Hip hang roll up to balance 5-10 seconds 
  • Flag foot plange with clean descent
  • Clean transition from dragonfly to one of these exits: sleeper, mermaid, lions, wineglass 
  • A clean inversion from the ground without jumping: tuck, pike, or straddle 
  • Engaged hang from the top of the
    bar for 30 seconds
Trapeze 4 Trapeze 5 Trapeze 6

Trapeze 4

  • Plange and birdsnest in the ropes
  • Single knee hang hold for 5 seconds on each leg
  • 3x clean fly beat
  • 3x skin the cat pulses

Trapeze 5

  • One meathook on each side
  • 3x bent arm/straight leg straddle ups (not touching the floor)
  • Demonstrate one kind of beat 3-5x
  • Student created sequence of 3 minutes (can include the other level up requirements)

Trapeze 6

  • Student created sequence of 5 minutes at minimum (must include 3 skills from each level). Student to demonstrate good technique, body awareness, and proficiency in most of the skills/tricks of the entire curriculum
Lyra 1 Lyra 2 Lyra 3

Lyra 1

  • Bent arm bar hold 3-5 seconds
  • Double knee hang 5 seconds (with hands off and with good form)
  • One clean mount and dismount (can be tuck, pike, or straddle)
  • Seashell to candlestick

Lyra 2

  • Birdsnest to double knee hang
  • Straddle hold 3-5 seconds
  • Hip balance 3-5 seconds
  • Front grip invert prep hold 3-5 seconds
  • Hip hang turnover to seated and reverse (both sides)

Lyra 3

  • Hip hang roll up balance 5-10 seconds (without using hands)
  • A tuck up to double knee hang on the top bar with a clean descent to seated
  • Clean transition from dragonfly to one of these exits: sleeper, mermaid, lions, wineglass 
  • An engaged hang from the top of the bar for 30 seconds, and back to seated 
  • One slow reverse pull up/chin up with a 3-5 second hold
Lyra 4 Lyra 5 Lyra 6

Lyra 4

  • Hip hang roll up to balance 5-10 seconds (without hands)
  • Tuck up to double knee hang on top of bar w/ a clean descent to seated 
  • A clean transition from Dragonfly to one of these exits: Sleeper, Mermaid, Lions, Wineglass
  • An engaged hang from the top of the bar and back to seated for 30 seconds
  • 1 Slow Reverse Pull Up/Chin Up with a 3-5 second hold

Lyra 5

  • 1 meathook on each side
  • 3x straddle ups (not touching floor)
  • Demo one kind of beat 3-5x
  • Student created sequence of at least 3 minutes

Lyra 6

  • Student created sequence of at least 5 minutes (must include three skills from each level)
  • Good techniques, body awareness, and proficiency in most of the skills/tricks of the whole curriculum
Silks 1 Silks 2 Silks 3

Silks 1

  • Foot lock on (feet only) on both sides without coming down
  • Tuck/pike/plange from a front or backflip on the ground
  • Basic climb and controlled descent on both sides (not to ceiling)
  • High and low sideways lean on both sides, hands free

Silks 2

  • Cleanly putting on and taking off double dancer’s locks
  • Climb to the ceiling without stopping on both sides without coming down in between
  • Hold an inverted straddle 3-5 seconds (silks apart or together)
  • Hold a straight arm engaged hang for 15 seconds, with or without wrist wraps

Silks 3

  • At least one solid aerial inversion
  • Cleanly putting on and taking off double dancer’s locks
  • Same side knee hook hip key sequence on both sides, without jumping to invert
  • Double crochet wrap to double crucifix to angel to hip descent
Silks 4 Silks 5 Silks 6

Silks 4

  • Two same side knee hook climbs to star and star roll out on both sides
  • One pull up and five push ups (can be on knees)
  • One double ankle hang, clean entry and exit
  • One clean 360 dive (with leg wraps)

Silks 5

  • Three pull ups and 10 push ups (can be on knees)
  • One clean single star drop on both sides
  • One clean basic dive on both sides
  • One clean S-wrap on both sides
  • Clean belay entrance and exit from crossback straddle

Silks 6

  • Student created sequence of 5 minutes at minimum (must include at least 3 skills from each level)
  • Student demonstrates good technique, body awareness, and proficiency in most of the skills/tricks of the entire curriculum
Sling 1 Sling 2 Sling 3

Sling 1

  • Straddleback to seated
  • High and low side leans from standing on both sides (hands free)
  • Bent arm hold 3-5 sec
  • Long arm hold 3-5 sec

Sling 2

  • 1 clean, foot-only footlock on each side, silks apart
  • Hip balance 3-5 sec
  • Climb to top of sling 1x each side
  • Gazelle to elbow mermaid to hip ball, both sides

Sling 3

  • At least one solid aerial inversion
  • Flamenco to dancers pose on both sides
  • Clean 360 drop
  • Side mount with sling shoulder height or higher
Sling 4 Sling 5 Sling 6

Sling 4

  • One kind of beat 3-5x without stopping
  • Aerial inversion to double crochet and cross x
  • One meathook (in backpack is okay) on each side
  • Engaged hang of 15-30 seconds

Sling 5

  • 1 slow reverse pull up/chin up with 3-5 second hold
  • Student created sequence of 3min
  • Proficiency with flare pathway from backpack
  • Entry and inversion in crossback straddle

Sling 6

  • Student created sequence of 5 minutes at minimum (must include at least 3 skills from each level)
  • Student demonstrates good technique, body awareness, and proficiency in most of the skills/tricks of the entire curriculum

INFRARED SAUNA

Open studio is a supervised time in which any student can utilize the studio to practice, play on the equipment, and meet fellow students and Empyrean staff. Open studio is an excellent resource for improving strength and technique, and perfecting tricks and skills that you have learned from an instructor. There is no instruction or skill sharing during open studio. Sign up and come hang out with your fellow students while practicing your art at your own speed. Feel free to film or take photographs during open studio time, but please be respectful of other people in the studio while doing so.

The studio currently has the following equipment available for use during open studio session:

  • single point dance trapeze
  • double point static trapeze
  • double point lyra
  • single point lyra
  • tab-less lyra
  • sling
  • static fabric (low stretch silks)
  • dynamic fabric (high stretch silks)
  • rope (corde lisse)
  • one 16 foot high brass spin/static pole
  • three 16 foot high stainless steel spin/static poles
  • crash mats
  • stretching mats
  • foam blocks
  • therabands
  • straps
  • foam rollers and myofascial balls
  • stall bars
  • ankle and wrist weights
  • training/reference books
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Call or Text 828-782-3321 | Email info empyreanartsnc@gmail.com

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Empyrean Arts provides aerial arts, pole fitness, flexibility training, movement education, and embodied movement practices in Asheville. Our studio offers aerial silks, aerial hoop (lyra), pole dance and fitness classes, mobility training, workshops, intensives, private instruction, and movement based healing practices for students of all experience levels. Whether you are looking for beginner aerial classes in Asheville, advanced movement training, pole fitness instruction, flexibility coaching, or a supportive creative community, Empyrean Arts is dedicated to helping students build strength, confidence, expression, and connection through movement.

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